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Namibia: Vaccine gap looms after first mpox case – News

Namibia: Vaccine gap looms after first mpox case – News

Africa Links 24 with Puyeipawa Nakashole
Published on 2025-10-21 17:00:00

The Ministry of Health and Social Services is yet to confirm whether Namibia has received mpox vaccines following the country’s first confirmed case reported on Friday.

The ministry confirmed that a patient has tested positive for mpox.

According to health ministry spokesperson Walter Kamaya, the individual is receiving medical care, and contact tracing efforts are underway. He urges the public to remain calm and rely on official information.

When contacted for comment on whether…

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